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Is Prudence Outdated?

IS PRUDENCE OUTDATED?

It is the virtue which enables a person to find the most suitable means with which to attain a desired moral good. "Happy the man whose treasure-trove is prudence, who is rich in discernment; silver and finest gold are less profitable in the handling" (Prov 3; 14-15).

False faces of Prudence:
 suspicion,
 mediocrity,
 astuteness,
 certain ability to achieve particular goals.

True Prudence: reasoning in an honest way (supernaturally if done in the state of grace) in order to find in each instance the best way of serving God and souls. Supernatural prudence is a virtue we need to develop, find in each instance the best way of serving God and souls. Those who follow the leading of God’s spirit, these are the children of God. Like our Father, docility and generosity in following the promptings of the Holy Spirit. Spirit of service and spirit of mortification! John (Man 29 Dec) Have we attained knowledge of him? The test is whether......


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